The Communion Service, Part 5: Close Communion I (1 Cor. 11:20-34)

Summary

Pastor Chris McCoo of Zion Primitive Baptist Church explains the practice of close communion, emphasizing its biblical basis and historical precedent. He highlights that close communion restricts participation in the Lord's Supper to baptized members of the local church or those of like faith and order, underscoring the importance of unity and proper baptism. The sermon references scripture to show that communion is an intimate fellowship requiring agreement in doctrine and practice. The teaching also addresses common misunderstandings and defends the practice as faithful to New Testament teachings and church history.